Front Office Receptionist

The Regional Municipality of Durham; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Learning Center in Tucson is seeking a part-time Front Office Receptionist to manage daily operations and student services. The ideal candidate should be bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong organizational and communication skills, contributing to a welcoming environment for adult learners. This role offers $16.00 hourly with flexibility and paid time off.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as a Receptionist.
• Experience working with diverse population.
• Ministerial approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day front office operations.
• Welcome students, staff, visitors.
• Maintain student files and attendance records.

Skills

Bilingual – English and Spanish

Strong computer skills - especially MS Office and Google Office Apps

Strong organizational skills

Solid writing skills

Respectful and welcoming attitude

Ability to multi-task calmly

Self-starter

Education

High School/GED/HSE required

Associate Degree preferred

Job description

Since 1983, The Learning Center/House of Connections has empowered adults for effective personal lives, productive employment, and positive contribution to the community by providing free adult education classes to residents from the North Lawndale and Little Village communities of Chicago.

The Learning Center (TLC) is looking for a part-time Front Office Receptionist. TLC’s Receptionist should possess a passion for and commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of adult learners from these neighborhoods. The Receptionist should be an extremely self-motivated person that will help support administration, record maintenance, student services, and building/grounds.

The Receptionist is responsible for managing the day-to-day front office operations and student services. This position reports to the Program Manager and is managed by the Executive Director.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Reception Office

• Welcome students, staff, visitors
• Monitor door for security purposes
• Answer telephone, take messages
• Copy materials for teachers, tutors, and staff
• Student registration

Record maintenance

• Student files
• Student attendance
• Student database: information and test scores
• Tutor database: information and hours
• Student recruitment database
• Recruitment materials and mailings
• Security of files and equipment

Student Services

• Communicate important information to students
• Organization and storage of food.
• Prepare breakfast and lunch for students.
• Report to the Program Coordinator when kitchen supplies are low.

Building

• Supervise and maintain the building/classrooms/common area.
• Clear all garbage and recycle bins. Dispose of building garbage daily.
• Wipe all tables, chairs, and counters at the end of the day.
• Report to the Program Coordinator when buildings supplies are low.

Please note: This is a general overview of the job responsibilities of this position. This position will require other duties not listed in the job posting.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED/HSE required; Associate Degree preferred.
• At least 1 year experience as a Receptionist
• Experience working with a diverse population
• Bilingual – English and Spanish
• Strong computer skills- especially MS Office and Google Office Apps
• Solid writing skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Respectful and welcoming attitude
• Ability to multi-task calmly
• Self-starter, work independently, and identify more effective methods of work operation
• Ministerial approach

Status/Hourly Wage:

• Part-time; Hourly Employee; $16.00 per hour

Daily Work Schedule

• Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Annual Work Schedule

• 44 weeks a year, based on the academic program calendar.

Paid Time Off Policy

• Paid Time Off (PTO) provides you with the flexibility to use your time off to meet your personal needs: vacation, illness, medical appointments, personal business or emergencies. Hourly employees will earn one (1) hour of Paid Time Off for every 40 hours worked, up to 40 hours in a 12-month period. The accrual of paid time off begins upon the start of employment. Accrued paid time off can be used after 90 days of employment. PTO hours will be forfeited if not used during the calendar year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Learning Center/House of Connections provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, national origin, citizenship status, work authorization, physical and mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital or civil union status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume and a one-page cover letter that briefly summarizes the applicant’s experience and explains why they are interested in the job.

Please write your name (Last, First) and "Receptionist Position" in the subject line of your e-mail. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the job is filled but should be submitted by no later than July 20, 2025.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. No phone calls please.